Harper Macleod has won a competitive tender to become legal advisor for both Loch Lomond and The Trossachs and Cairngorms National Park Authorities.

Work will include planning, environmental and property advice as the NPAs aim to improve the natural and cultural heritage of the areas.

Professor Lorne Crerar, chairman of Harper Macleod, said: "As a firm that prides itself on its dedication to Scotland, its communities and future growth, were proud to now advise the countrys two National Parks.

"We see this as an important win, adding to our complement of major public sector clients. The work involved represents a very challenging and interesting opportunity and we are looking forward to working with each of the authorities."

Fiona Logan, CEO Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, said: "Harper Macleod has an outstanding reputation as one of the leading law firms in Scotland.

"The National Park has a variety of legal demands across each of our areas of work including planning and development and visitor management.

"Harper Macleod has demonstrated how they can provide the necessary expertise across a range of issues and we look forward to working with them in the future."